1978 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 443 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | Senator | CTS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1979 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |